Ad Astra Cares - Hutch

Rachel Nelson of Ineeda Cleaners shares how the community can help keep kids warm this winter with Coats for Kids!

Gail Malaby, Hutchinson Zoo's Resource Development Coordinator, shares what to expect at the Haunted Zoo October 23-25.  A production created by the Hutchinson High School Thespian Club with support from the Hutchinson Friends of the Zoo, it's the Zoo's spookiest attraction of the year!

Reno Prevention Network Executive Director Carla Smith shares how the Teen Intervene program helps teens make healthy choices. #adastracares #everythinglocal #riseupreno

Angie Switzer, Match Support Specialist with Kansas Big Brothers Big Sisters, chats with big sisters Jewell and Beth about what they enjoy about their matches.

Dr. Megan Bartley, Founder and Clinical Director of Clothed in Compassion, joins Ad Astra Cares to share more information about their upcoming 'Fill a Jar, Fill a Heart' Benefit Event.

Gary Meagher, Interim City Manager for the City of Hutchinson, joins Ad Astra Cares to share more about his background and priorities for the role.

Sarah Diamond, Development Manager with TECH, shares more information about TECH, Inc.'s 10th Annual TECH Gala. 

Katie Broker, Adult Programs Coordinator at the Hutchinson Public Library, invites the community to an open mic night for scary stories at the Hutchinson Public Library.

The Family Community Theatre will present Harper Lee's To Kill A Mockingbird October 1-4 at the Flag Theatre.  Director Ben Jones and Actress Elsie Henry, who will play the role of Scout Finch, join Ad Astra Cares to share more about the production.

Kaili Stowers, Downtown Revitalization Manager for the City of Hutchinson, joins Ad Astra Cares to talk about events happening in Downtown Hutchinson in early October!

Alliyah Caton with the Boys and Girls Clubs of Hutchinson, along with Lacey Mills and Carla Stanfield of United Way, share mor about the partnership between their organizations, and the benefits for local Club kids and families.

Rise Up Reno Program Coordinator Lisa Orrison joins Ad Astra Radio to discuss ways to care for your mental health during National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. #adastracares #riseupreno

Rachel Bachman, Recruiter and Development Assistant with Kansas Big Brothers Big Sisters in Harvey County, shares examples of fun and easy things that a match could do together.

Approximately 150 short films and documentaries were submitted, and Twenty eight films made the cut as the Salt City Film Festival grows into its 3rd official season -- Festival Director and HutchCC Media and Film Program Coordinator Bobby Obermite -- says he's been very impressed with the turnout and quality of this year's offerings

Elizabeth Walton with United way of Reno County, alongside Wade Mirasol and Rebecca Mendoza of the Hutchinson Fire Department share more information about their new effort to distribute free books to children in difficult times.

Phil Cline shares more information about the Classic Car Show to benefit the Food Bank of Reno County.

The event will be held on Sunday, September 27th from 12pm-4pm at 921 E. 4th Avenue, Suite A in Hutchinson.

Sarah Diamond, Development Director with TECH, shares exciting updates about the upcoming TECH Gala. 

Katie Broker, Adult Programs Coordinator at the Hutchinson Public Library, shares more about upcoming Book Clubs and Creative Workshops!